Are you an unemployed youth looking to break into the retail industry? This is your golden chance! The Meridian Group is offering a Merchandising Learnership Programme for 2025/26 with hands-on experience, mentorship, and a monthly stipend of R3000.00!
If you’re ready to earn while you learn and potentially grow into a leadership role at one of South Africa’s trusted retail service providers, then this opportunity is for YOU!
📢 Programme: Merchandising Learnership
📍 Location: National (Meridian stores across South Africa)
📅 Duration: 12 months
💰 Stipend: R3000.00 per month + completion bonus
🎯 Qualification: NQF Level 2 or NQF Level 3
🎯 What You’ll Learn
This is a fully accredited W&R SETA learnership offering both theoretical and real in-store merchandising experience, including:
- Visual merchandising techniques
- Shelf packing and stock rotation
- Customer service basics
- Retail product displays
- Teamwork and communication
- Workplace professionalism
You’ll be mentored every step of the way by experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.
✅ Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Have basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Be between Grade 10 (NQF Level 2) and Matric (NQF Level 3)
- Be unemployed and available to commit for 12 months
- Be willing to work retail hours, including weekends
- Be able to travel to and from your assigned store
🌟 What Meridian Looks for
We’re looking for disciplined, hard-working individuals who are:
- Committed to completing the learnership
- Eager to grow in the retail industry
- Able to think on their feet and solve problems
- Passionate about merchandising and customer service
🏆 Why Join Meridian?
Meridian Group has a 30+ year legacy of growing careers from the ground up. Many of our senior staff started on the shop floor. With us, you’re not just learning a skill—you’re building a future.
We believe in:
- Mentorship and empowerment
- Excellence in everything we do
- Creating real job opportunities for passionate individuals
📥 How to Apply
⏳ Don’t wait! Opportunities are limited and applications close soon.
Start your retail journey with one of South Africa’s most respected merchandising groups. Apply today and shape your future!